Sourcing/Procurement Manager
Job Description - The role requires the job holder to support and implement Sourcing Strategy in Europe and with clear financial targets. Ensure successful implementation and on-going effective operation of the Procurement elements associated with the new Ariba Purchase to pay system. Establish the function and build strong relationships with stakeholders and solid understanding of the companies business across the UK and Europe. Deliver clear and regular reporting of Procurement Benefits. Support the Global Head of Sourcing to ensure delivery to global plan.
Candidate Requirements –Experience/Qualifications Required.
- 5 years blue-chip Sourcing/Procurement experience across a broad range of Indirect categories to include IT/Telecoms, Travel, HR/Professional Services Facilities
- Solid core Sourcing expertise and skills, inc. category management and negotiation
- Support Ariba or similar implementation and on-going management of the system. Drive and report compliance to Purchase to Pay (P2P) channels, preferred and approved suppliers, contract policy any Ariba
- Support the development and implementation of Indirect Procurement practices to drive transformation into a world class organisation.
- Identify specific procurement opportunities and spend analysis categories and business groups.
- Ability to work closely with key stakeholders to ensure early Sourcing involvement in projects to establish a competitive position.
- Lead and manage the global Indirect Procurement process for managed categories which includes sourcing, developing RFPs/RFIs, negotiations and preparing financial analysis and recommendations.
- Continually identify short and long term needs of sourcing support per stakeholder. Provide feedback to Sourcing Management of project status and opportunities for cost reduction.
- Global outlook and experience
- Good impact/presence and ability to work independently
- Degree in business-related discipline or MBA
- Professional Procurement qualification, e.g. ISM
For a full spec please call Les D’Silva on 020 7422 6870 or drop me a line to les.dsilvas@earthstreamglobal.com
EarthStream is a specialist global recruiting business dedicated to the energy, resources environment sectors that is uniquely positioned to understand the interplay and increasing convergence between these sectors. We specialize exclusively in the energy, resources and environment sectors with our capability in providing staff across a range of technical, engineering, scientific and commercial disciplines. The recruiters in each of our industry specific divisions understand the unique skills and requirements of each vertical sector and where to find the best people in that field. With operations in five continents we have the coverage and experience to service our clients and candidates anywhere in the world.
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